I’m a mom who typically spends about $1,000 a month at Costco. These 8 buys are the best value for my big family.

On the average Tuesday, I typically try to get dinner on the table between work and sports. However, I love grabbing a Fairlife protein shake as a quick meal when I don’t have time to eat.

I drink these over ice and sometimes even mix them with an iced coffee.

Breakfast sandwiches can be pricy, so I like to make my own and freeze the rest.

I typically fry 10 to 15 eggs on a griddle and put them on a croissant with bacon or sausage (all of which I purchase at Costco).

Weekday breakfasts are smooth(er) sailing with this go-to meal prep option.

I love grabbing the Kirkland Signature street-taco kit, which includes chicken, lettuce, tortillas, limes, salsa, and a cilantro-lime crema.

However, I like pairing it with frozen shrimp to get the most out of this kit. This way, when the chicken is gone but we have leftover tortillas and fixings, we can enjoy shrimp tacos another night.

Sometimes, I even fry up the chicken and shrimp separately on the same night for more options.

For a quick and easy meal-prepped lunch, I love grabbing a big bag of Fresh Earth russet potatoes and a container of the Kirkland Signature chili.

It also makes a great Sunday night dinner. I like to bake the potatoes for just over an hour with oil and salt, wrap them in foil, leave them in the Crock-Pot, and throw the chili in a pot to pour on top.

I recommend the Pure Organic fruit bars for parents looking to replace junk food with a slightly more nutritious alternative.

These bars, made with real fruit purees and juices, have replaced Fruit Roll-Ups and other gummy foods in the snack pantry.

My kids think they’re eating candy, and the bars are easy to throw in the car or diaper bag for a quick snack.

Finding a quick snack that’s nutritious, properly portioned, and not in the form of a protein bar can be difficult.

That’s why I love grabbing the variety pack of Power Up premium trail mix. The small bags come in three varieties, each with a combination of nuts and dried fruits. One even comes with tiny chocolate chunks.

Baseball and football moms know that makeup wipes are a must for removing eye black after games. They also work great on not-so-washable markers, face paint, and spirit-day makeup.

Neutrogena makeup wipes can be pricey at the drugstore, but I’ve found they’re more affordable in bulk at Costco.

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